Manager Compliance Strategy

The Manager Compliance Strategy is responsible for providing extensive support and advice in the design, development and implementation of Agriculture Victoria wide compliance management initiatives and give effect to the Agriculture Victoria Regulatory Framework.  The role works closely with other managers from across the Regulatory Operations branch to enable a risk based approach to compliance and enforcement.

Reporting to the Program Manager Regulatory Strategy, you will work within a team of other regulatory specialists that have responsibility for the developed of operational regulatory strategies and will provide strategic advise in the management of emerging compliance issues identified by the branches intelligence team.

The position will develop strong working relationships with industry, key stakeholders and other staff across the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).

As part of an integrated and flexible business model within the Biosecurity Victoria, you will provide support to other programs, and you will actively participate in biosecurity and agricultural emergency responses as required.

 Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate tertiary degree in Science, Agricultural Science, Natural Resource Management or an equivalent science qualification along with demonstrated experience in a management role.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to design and manage complex projects from the initiation and project design stage through to final evaluation with an emphasis on achieving a beneficial outcome for the business.
• Knowledge and experience in leading the application of policies in the development of strategies to drive risk-based, intelligence led regulatory operations including as an authoritative source of strategic advice. 
• Demonstrated experience in building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the ability to influence stakeholders to gain support for initiatives.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

In particular please address the following questions:

1. Outline your skills and experience relating to developing and leading management of risk based regulatory projects or programs.
2. Outline your experience using concrete examples of how you have effectively managed stakeholder relationships on biosecurity matters.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

Please apply via DEECA Careers.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 10th March 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

If you are current DEECA employee, employed on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis you are eligible to apply for this role. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.